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Crockpot Chili

Posted by: Kate / Beef, Dinners, Slow Cooker / Posted: 07/30/18 / Last updated: 10/17/18

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Simple crockpot chili recipe that’s made in the slow cooker! This is the easiest, tastiest way to cook chili in a crockpot.
Bowl of crockpot chili on a wooden cutting board

When the weather cools down, it’s hard to beat chili for an easy, filling meal. This chili is made in a crock pot so it’s super simple and super tasty!

This crockpot chili simmers all day in a slow cooker, so you can toss everything in, let it cook, and come back to a delicious, hearty dinner.

Crockpot chili ingredients in a slow cooker insert

How to cook chili in a crock pot

It’s so easy to cook chili in a crock pot! Start by browning the ground beef, then saute onion and garlic, and add all of the ingredients except for beans. Cook, and then stir in beans to warm through.

What to serve with chili

I like to serve chili topped with cheese. Green onions and sour cream are also common toppings.

Crackers and corn bread are both great alongside chili. When I lived in Iowa, cinnamon rolls were commonly served alongside chili. So, enjoy what you like with chili!

Crockpot chili in a bowl next to a bowl of cheese

More chili recipes!

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More slow cooker chili recipes!

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Crockpot Chili

Easy crockpot chili recipe 
Author:I Heart Eating
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
Total Time: 5 hours 25 minutes
Servings:8 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chili, crock pot, slow cooker
Crock of chili on a wooden cutting board
Print Rate
5 from 2 votes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 large white or yellow onion (finely chopped)
  • 3 cloves of garlic (finely minced)
  • 2-14.5 ounce cans diced tomatoes with green chilies*
  • 15 ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 15 ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1-2 tablespoons ancho chili powder (depending on desired heat)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2-15 ounce cans kidney beans (drained and rinsed)

Instructions

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef. 
  • Drain ground beef and return to pan.
  • Add onions and garlic, and saute, stirring regularly, for 3 minutes. 
  • Add ground beef mixture to slow cooker along with remaining ingredients. 
  • Stir all of the ingredients except beans together.
  • Cover with and cook on LOW heat for 5 - 6 hours.
  • Stir in kidney beans and allow to heat through, about 10 minutes.
  • Serve warm with desired toppings.

Notes

*Nutrition values are estimates. 

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1servingCalories: 162kcal (8%)Carbohydrates: 10g (3%)Protein: 20g (40%)Fat: 4g (6%)Saturated Fat: 2g (10%)Cholesterol: 52mg (17%)Sodium: 423mg (18%)Potassium: 690mg (20%)Fiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 5g (6%)Vitamin A: 895IU (18%)Vitamin C: 10.2mg (12%)Calcium: 46mg (5%)Iron: 3.9mg (22%)
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  1. Dina says

    August 27, 2018 at 3:05 pm

    5 stars
    Can’t wait to try this! I make your bbq chili and love it.

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    • Kate says

      August 27, 2018 at 6:25 pm

      Thank you! I hope you enjoy it as much as we do! =)

      Reply
  2. Kim says

    August 20, 2018 at 11:20 am

    5 stars
    I made this chili, it was really good! I added more chili powder to make it hotter, everyone liked it. Thanks!

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    • Kate says

      August 20, 2018 at 3:02 pm

      Good! I’m glad you liked it. Thank you for coming back to comment! =)

      Reply

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